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Who is attributed with calling protoplasm the 'Physical basis of life'?
Who is attributed with calling protoplasm the 'Physical basis of life'?
Which organism is known as the largest acellular plant?
Which organism is known as the largest acellular plant?
What is the smallest type of cell found in human beings?
What is the smallest type of cell found in human beings?
Which organelle is responsible for the synthesis of cell membrane components?
Which organelle is responsible for the synthesis of cell membrane components?
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Who is credited with coining the term 'chromosomes'?
Who is credited with coining the term 'chromosomes'?
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Study Notes
Largest Acellular Organisms
- Acetabularia is the largest known acellular plant.
- Amoeba is the largest known acellular animal.
Cellular Components and Their Functions
- Protoplasm is considered the "physical basis of life".
- Chromosomes are the physical basis of heredity.
- Waldeyar coined the term "chromosome".
- Sutton and Boveri proved that chromosomes are the physical basis of heredity.
- The Golgi body is responsible for making components of the cell membrane.
- Centrosomes are found in animal cells and algae.
- The majority of RNA is located in the cytoplasm.
Cell Types and Sizes
- Brain cells are the smallest cells in the human body.
Notable Individuals
- Hippocrates is known as the "Father of Medicine".
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Description
Test your knowledge on the largest acellular organisms and the functions of various cellular components. Explore concepts related to cell types, sizes, and notable figures in medicine. This quiz will challenge your understanding of fundamental biological principles.
